Bettendorf Population 2026
Bettendorf has a population of 35,505, making it the #1290 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Iowa. It is about 248× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,505
Rank in United States
#1290
Coordinates
41.52°N, 90.52°W
~173 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,180 km
733 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Iowa
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 214,133 | #109 |
| Cedar Rapids | 130,405 | #217 |
| Davenport | 102,582 | #313 |
| Sioux City | 82,821 | #436 |
| Iowa City | 74,220 | #508 |
| Waterloo | 68,460 | #562 |
| Ames | 65,060 | #607 |
| West Des Moines | 64,113 | #623 |
Cities near Bettendorf
- Moline42,681 people · ~2 km away
- Davenport102,582 people · ~5 km away
- Rock Island38,620 people · ~6 km away
- East Moline21,350 people · ~6 km away
- Clinton26,064 people · ~45 km away
- Muscatine23,968 people · ~45 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bettendorf?
Bettendorf has a population of 35,505 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1290 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bettendorf in?
Bettendorf is located in Iowa, United States.
Is Bettendorf the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,180 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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